Teen couple commit suicide on Instagram live in Dahod forest; family among viewers
A young couple in Dahod, India, died by suicide while livestreaming the act on Instagram after their families reportedly opposed their marriage. Local police are investigating the incident, which was witnessed by dozens of online viewers.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the growing concerns regarding the impact of social media platforms on mental health and the potential for live-streaming features to be used in tragic, public displays of self-harm.
VADODARA: A man and a 16-year-old girl, who were in a relationship, hanged themselves on Sunday — while livestreaming on Instagram — in a forested area of Singvad taluka in Dahod district. Their families and the 50-odd people watching the stream were left horrified.Police officials said Rajesh Ninama (22) was having an affair with the girl. “Rajesh had taken the girl to meet his parents a few days ago and sought their permission for marriage. His parents allegedly refused, as both were from the same clan, with the same surname,” said Shailesh Baria, a police officer from Randhikpur police station.The couple, residents of Limkheda taluka, were upset and resolved to end their lives.
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